interior design and nature
Wisteria in the Virginia Woods
One of the hallmarks of Frank Lloyd Wright’s innovative residential architecture is his insistence on a unified home. Prairie homes eschew the compartmentalized Victorian style and prefer rooms that flow one to another. A poetic cadence weaves every space in the home together. When Seattle architect Curtis Gelotte designed Prairie House in the Virginia Woods, …
Finding Warmth in an Eclectic Home Library
All avid readers dream of a luxury home library where they can get lost in the pages of a good book. The eclectically designed Medina lake house, Hitari, showcases a unique, romantic library that is sure to pique the interest of any book lover. Here’s how GHDA and this homeowner blended tone, structure, eclectic interests, and imagination to create …
The Beauty of the Great Indoors
The Pacific Northwest is known for its rustic beauty and pristine forests. Many of us live here because we love the great outdoors, and it makes sense that we would want to bring that aesthetic into our homes. In Cedar Haven, Medina architect Scott Hommas provides an amazing example nature merged with unique luxury architecture. It starts …
This Woodsy Home Takes Retractable Windows to the Next Level
For those seeking optimal connectivity to their outdoor living spaces, retractable windows are a great way to bring the outside in. Gelotte Hommas masterfully designed The Woods Outback with a main living area that is surrounded by retractable windows on all four sides. This layout allows guests to fully enjoy a bright, open living room, …
Build Your Home to Live In Luxury With Nature
Living in nature can make you feel more connected to the world around you. At Gelotte Hommas, we completed a beautiful project called “The Woods Outback.” This gorgeous home is surrounded by nature, and every aspect of the home immerses you in its beauty. It incorporates some of the latest luxury home trends, and is …
Building a Home? Elements of the Coastal Style
At Gelotte Hommas, we specialize in turning your dreams for your new home in to a reality. No matter what style you are looking for, we know that fully capturing the feel of your new home lies in more than just making the exterior reflect a certain style. From the materials used to the form, …
Make Nature Meet the Modern In Your Home
You probably associate natural home building materials with old-fashioned homes. However, when used the right way, natural and environmentally friendly building supplies can enhance the modern look of your house. Use these tips and tricks to integrate natural materials into your home’s modern architecture: Live edge slab tables are becoming quite common in modern homes. …